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868 Lorimer Street
New Development Opened in 2018
Last updated on Jan 31, 2026

868 Lorimer Street

This 7-story condominium building at 868 Lorimer Street in Greenpoint overlooks McCarren Park and was built in 2017 by Chatham Development Company. The building features 14 apartments, a strong sculptural presence with protruding window frames and broad balconies, and offers amenities such as a fitness center, keyed elevators, and a children's playroom.

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Overview of 868 Lorimer Street

868 Lorimer on the Park, completed in 2017 by Chatham Development Company, is a 7-story LEED-certified condominium building located at the intersection of Greenpoint and Williamsburg, directly overlooking McCarren Park. Designed by the Stephen B. Jacobs Group and Ole Sandresen Architect, the building features a distinctive sculptural presence with protruding window frames, broad balconies, and multi-pane windows, with a setback above the fifth floor.

The boutique development contains 14 residences, primarily consisting of floor-through units with two and three-bedroom configurations. Apartments feature 5-inch white oak plank floors, independently zoned HVAC systems, and in-unit washers and dryers. Interior finishes include custom Italian cabinetry, Jet Mist granite countertops, and Calacatta marble bathrooms with soaking tubs.

Unit sizes range from 1,238 to 2,322 square feet, with various outdoor spaces including balconies and terraces. Notable layouts include three-bedroom units with 1,800 square feet of interior space and 264 square feet of exterior space, and penthouse units featuring double-height living rooms and extensive outdoor areas up to 709 square feet.

The building offers dual entrances from both Lorimer Street and Manhattan Avenue, with a full-time resident manager who also serves as a part-time doorman. A virtual doorman system and keycard-controlled elevators enhance security. Residents have access to a comprehensive amenity package including a fitness center with Peloton equipment, media room, children's playroom, bicycle storage, and a landscaped courtyard with BBQ facilities.

Situated one block from the Nassau G train and within walking distance to the Bedford Avenue L train, the building provides convenient access to both Greenpoint and Williamsburg's dining and retail destinations. Each unit includes private storage, and the building features a secure package room with refrigerated storage for deliveries.

Doorman
None
Type
Condo
Year Built
2017
Apartments
Floors
7
Neighborhood
Min Down
20%

Amenities

  • Attended Lobby
  • Post War
  • Resident Storage
  • Elevator
  • Mail Room
  • Event Room
  • Children's Playroom
  • Fitness Center
  • Rooftop Terrace
  • On-Site Parking
  • Courtyard
  • In-Unit Washer/Dryer
  • Bike Room
  • LEED Accreditation
  • Terraces / Balconies
  • Virtual Doorman
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  1. G
at Manhattan Ave and Norman Ave 0.13 miles
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at Bedford Ave and N 7th 0.50 miles

Pros & Cons

  • Very handsome building
  • Good sculptural quality with projecting window frames
  • Balconies
  • Two bicycle storage rooms
  • Media room
  • Courtyard
  • Part-time doorman
  • Fitness center with Peloton equipment
  • Faces McCarren Park
  • LEED certified building
  • Private storage for each unit
  • Dual building entrances
  • Package room with refrigerated storage
  • Children's playroom
  • No concierge
  • No swimming pool
  • No roof deck

CityRealty Rating

23
/44
Architecture
+
29
/36
Location
+
17
/39
Features
+
9
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  • How is the CityRealty Rating calculated?

    Architecture
    • 30+ remarkable
    • 20-29 distinguished
    • 11-19 average
    • < 11 below average
    Location
    • 27+ remarkable
    • 18-26 distinguished
    • 9-17 average
    • < 9 below average
    Features
    • 22+ remarkable
    • 16-21 distinguished
    • 9-15 average
    • < 9 below average

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